CARY, N.C. - Global Knowledge, a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Learning Solutions, today announced the availability of two new SharePoint 2013 training courses that help students prepare for MCSE: SharePoint certification.

In Core Solutions of Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 (M20331), students will learn to install and configure Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 and to monitor, maintain, and secure a SharePoint Server 2013 environment. Students will learn guidelines, best practices, and considerations for optimizing a SharePoint Server deployment. They will also learn about the key features of SharePoint 2013 and how to perform key tasks, including designing an information architecture, creating web applications and site collections, and managing users and permissions.

Students in Advanced Solutions of Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 (M20332) will learn how to design, configure, and manage a SharePoint Server 2013 environment and how to perform an upgrade/migration from SharePoint 2010. Focusing on advanced solutions of SharePoint 2013, students will plan and configure business connectivity services, people collaboration, business intelligence, and enterprise and web content management; manage solutions and apps for SharePoint Server 2013; and develop a governance plan.

The new SharePoint 2013 training courses are available in classrooms, live online in virtual classrooms, and as private on-site courses that can be tailored to the needs of a student's organization. After class, students in both courses will have 24/7 access to live remote labs for six months.

Learn more and explore the extensive catalog of Microsoft training available from Global Knowledge at www.globalknowledge.com.

About Global Knowledge

Global Knowledge is the worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, with more than 1,500 courses that span foundational and specialized training and certifications. Our core training is focused on Cisco, Microsoft, Avaya, VMware, Red Hat, IBM, business process improvement, and leadership development. We deliver via training centers, private facilities, and the Internet, enabling our customers to choose when, where, and how they want to receive training programs and learning services.

Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more than 1,300 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, NC. The company is owned by New York-based investment firm MidOcean Partners.